Arresting gear — (A.K.A. A Gear ) is the term used for mechanical systems designed to rapidly decelerate an aircraft as it lands. Arresting gear on aircraft carriers is an essential component of naval aviation, and it is most commonly used on CATOBAR and STOBAR… … Wikipedia

Tailhook — A tailhook, also arresting hook or arrestor hook, is a device attached to the empennage (rear) of an aircraft. It is used to achieve rapid deceleration after landing, usually aboard an aircraft carrier.DescriptionThe tailhook is a strong metal… … Wikipedia

Arrest (disambiguation) — Arrest may refer to: * Arrest, the action of police or other authority, or even in some circumstances a private civilian, to apprehend and take under guard a person who is suspected of committing a crime * Arrest, a commune of the Somme… … Wikipedia